Honey BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe
This Honey BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food mashup! Creamy mac and cheese is loaded with tender chicken and a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce for a flavor explosion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir in cooked chicken and honey BBQ sauce.
- Add macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine.
- Garnish with green onions, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cheese sauce.